14 Sexy, Daring Pieces to Try This Summer

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There are so many trends this summer that riff lightly on the theme of bondage, whether they’re cutout harnesses, caged lace-up heels, even body jewelry. Here at the Cut, we would argue that there’s something fun — empowering, even — about dressing in shades of dominatrix, be it a banded crop top, a carefully cut swimsuit, or simply a pair of killer heels. And so, in pursuit of the most wearable but still provocative things — and, in honor of the Cut’s Summer Sex Week — we rounded up our favorite items that feel inherently seductive, most of which are subtle enough to be worn with (or under) your everyday look. From delicate gold chains to wear peeking out from underneath a crisp cotton shirt to sexy summer lingerie and come-hither heels, we have you covered.

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Despite its simple, streamlined design, this is the kinkiest key-ring tassel you might ever find — for those bedroom handcuffs, or simply for your hou... Despite its simple, streamlined design, this is the kinkiest key-ring tassel you might ever find — for those bedroom handcuffs, or simply for your house keys.

The layering options are endless for this sort of jewelry — but our favorite way is to layer it under a simple, crisp cotton button-up or a carefully ... The layering options are endless for this sort of jewelry — but our favorite way is to layer it under a simple, crisp cotton button-up or a carefully designed cutout dress.

A lingerie set that plays heavily on bold lines.

When worn over simpler fabrics like crisp cotton or gauzy muslin, the leather harness creates a cool tension — as demonstrated by the best street-styl... When worn over simpler fabrics like crisp cotton or gauzy muslin, the leather harness creates a cool tension — as demonstrated by the best street-style subjects.

Want to wear the theme in a more versatile way? Go for the leather look of this backless top. Easily layered under jackets or worn by itself with a hi... Want to wear the theme in a more versatile way? Go for the leather look of this backless top. Easily layered under jackets or worn by itself with a high-waisted skirt or jeans.

We love the luxe but punk look of this ring, with fanning bristles that make it more sensual than your usual cocktail ring.

Graphic and prismatic, we love the lines of this Chromat suit. Wear it as-is poolside, or as an underpinning to something backless.

This racy lingerie can be worn in multiple ways.

Go for accessories with sweeping S-curve lines, like the heel of this shoe (that need not leave the bedroom).

For a more refined interpretation of bondage, go for the delicate draping of rose-gold chains with this set of rings.

If boardroom to bedroom is your sort of thing, try these Gianvito Rossi heels.

The only thing thing missing from this Bond girl swimsuit is a gun holster.

A comfortable but still sexy way to wear the cutout trend, which sports delicate zippers, making this bra one that transitions from day to night.

We love the simple but substantial satin straps of this heel.
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